Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Facilities Assistant

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Job summary

We are looking for two motivated and hard-working individuals to work as part of the Facilities team at Durrington Health Centre. The successful candidates will help to ensure that our standards meet the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.

The role involves cleaning in clinical and non-clinical areas, waste removal, locking the building and other related tasks.

Previous cleaning experience would be an advantage, but not essential as training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

Wear correct and clean uniform whilst on duty

Attend Departmental meetings as appropriate.

To participate in the Trust's appraisal system, review and personal development process on an annual basis.

Undertake training as necessary in line with the development planning process.

To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.

To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team in which he/she works

About us

Positive NHS Staff Survey results

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rates our quality of services as good with outstanding features

Excellent training and development opportunities

Real Living Wage Employer, with great rates of pay

Supportive team environments

Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks

Details

Date posted

21 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year £23,615 Per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

150-MT1291-CSS

Job locations

Durrington Health Centre

Durrington Lane, BN13

Worthing

BN13 2RX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.

Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary.

Clean all hard floors and mop daily.

Empty, clean and replenish waste bins.

Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures.

Clean internal glass and ledges.

Clean all sanitary areas.

Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilities duties.

Replenish consumables paper towels, soap, toilet rolls etc.

Adopt a flexible approach, as you may be required to work at any Trust site.

Ensure the correct storage of all items.

Use of electrical cleaning equipment.

To ensure security is maintained at all times.

Completion of departmental paperwork as required.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.

Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary.

Clean all hard floors and mop daily.

Empty, clean and replenish waste bins.

Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures.

Clean internal glass and ledges.

Clean all sanitary areas.

Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilities duties.

Replenish consumables paper towels, soap, toilet rolls etc.

Adopt a flexible approach, as you may be required to work at any Trust site.

Ensure the correct storage of all items.

Use of electrical cleaning equipment.

To ensure security is maintained at all times.

Completion of departmental paperwork as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE/O level standard

Desirable

  • Basic Health & Safety Certificate

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a customer focused environment

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a healthcare environment

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions
  • Ability to prioritise own work

Desirable

  • Flexible
  • Reliable
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE/O level standard

Desirable

  • Basic Health & Safety Certificate

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a customer focused environment

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a healthcare environment

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions
  • Ability to prioritise own work

Desirable

  • Flexible
  • Reliable

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Durrington Health Centre

Durrington Lane, BN13

Worthing

BN13 2RX


Employer's website

https://www.sussexcommunity.nhs.uk/work-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Durrington Health Centre

Durrington Lane, BN13

Worthing

BN13 2RX


Employer's website

https://www.sussexcommunity.nhs.uk/work-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Facilities Team Leader

Sally Dinwiddy

sally.dinwiddy@nhs.net

07901892994

Details

Date posted

21 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year £23,615 Per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

150-MT1291-CSS

Job locations

Durrington Health Centre

Durrington Lane, BN13

Worthing

BN13 2RX


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